Author: Festus Adeloye

A former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Chief Dubem Onyia, has died. He was aged 73. A report by Law and Society Magazine said that he died yesterday [Sunday] in London. Onyia, who was elected member of the House of Representatives in 1999, later resigned to serve as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs from 1999 to 2003. During that period, he was also appointed Chairman of the International Technical Commission for the National Boundary Commission; Chairman, Nigeria Economic Joint Commission and Chairman Sao Tome and Principe Joint Boundary Commission. The Enugu State-born former minister chaired many corporate boards…

The Plateau Lawyers Bar Forum (PLBF) has strongly criticized the Nigerian Police Force for publicly releasing graphic images of the late David Parradang, former Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS). His remains were reportedly discovered in an unnamed hotel in Abuja under controversial circumstances. During a press conference held in Jos over the weekend, the PLBF condemned the circulation of distressing images and detailed information about the deceased, calling it a gross violation of privacy and human dignity. Parradang was alleged to have passed away while in a closed-door meeting with an unidentified woman. However, the police’s handling of…

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has rescued kidnapped victims in separate operations in Adamawa and Bayelsa States, reaffirming its commitment to tackling organized crime and ensuring public safety. According to a statement on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police executed coordinated rescue efforts that led to the safe return of victims without any ransom payment. Adejobi said the police rescued a Special Assistant to the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC),  who was kidnapped on March 7, 2025, in Ayakoro Community, Ogbia Local Government Area. The statement reads in part: “Acting swiftly, security…

Victor Osimhen has stated that Galatasaray cannot afford to take their foot off the pedal as they strive for a third consecutive Turkish Super Lig championship. The Yellow and Reds rallied to beat Alanyaspor 2-1 at the GAIN Park Stadium on Sunday. The win put Okan Buruk’s side seven points clear of Istanbul rivals Fenerbahce, who have a game in hand. Osimhen scored the winning goal for Galatasaray against Alanyaspor. The 26-year-old reckoned that it is important for the title holders to keep pushing hard for the title. “First of all, I would like to congratulate the team and thank…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt condolences to Jimi and Segun Agbaje, as well as the entire Agbaje family on the passing of their mother and a revered educator and community leader, Margaret Olabisi Agbaje. Mrs. Agbaje, who peacefully passed away on March 5, was a trailblazer in the education sector and a pillar of the Catholic community in Nigeria. She served as a mathematics teacher at Holy Child College in Lagos (1953–1959), a tutor at St. Joseph’s Teacher Training College in Surulere (1960–1971), and later as Headmistress of St. Catherine’s Model School also in Surulere (1971–1982). In a…

President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies are yielding positive results, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has said. The presidential aide noted that the nation’s economic policies are paying off with the country recording a $16 billion trade surplus, rising foreign reserves, and increased investor confidence. Dare attributed the economic boost to the bold policy decisions of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration that have stabilised the financial sector, improved regulatory transparency, and enhanced Nigeria’s attractiveness as an investment destination. “President Tinubu has taken decisive steps to stabilise the naira, curb inflation, and boost production.…

A member of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Lolo Isaiah Opuende, has dismissed an invitation from Governor Siminialayi Fubara for a crucial meeting at Government House, Port Harcourt. In an online video, Opuende stated that it was time for the governor to “dey his dey” (be on his own) while the lawmakers would do the same. Representing Akuku-Toru Constituency 2, Opuende recalled that when the political crisis began, their principal had warned that a time would come for both sides to go their separate ways. He also questioned the mode of invitation transmission, arguing that it was not feasible…

At least seven oil companies indicted in the Auditor General’s report for owing millions in unpaid royalties have committed to refunding approximately $37.4 million to the Federation Account by the end of August 2025. These companies are among 23 listed in the 2021 report by the Office of the Auditor General for the Federation for failing to meet their royalty obligations. House spokesperson Akintunde Rotimi, in a statement issued in Abuja, confirmed that the House Committee on Public Accounts, which is investigating the audit report, secured commitments from the companies. He however said some firms are contesting the amounts assigned…

Bruno Fernandes gave Manchester Unitedthe lead at Old Trafford with a brilliant free-kick goal before Declan Rice equalised for the visitors. The Reds have now won just one of their last six matches in all competitions, and one of their last five in the league.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rescheduled its previously postponed South-South Zonal Congress for Saturday, April 12, 2025. This was disclosed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Debo Ologunagba, in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday. According to Ologunagba, the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) has also approved the rescheduling of the South-West and North-Central Zonal Congresses from March 22 to April 12, 2025. The congresses will take place simultaneously in Port Harcourt (South-South Zone), Ibadan (South-West Zone), and Jos (North-Central Zone) to elect Executive Officers and National Ex-Officio Members in line with the party’s constitution and guidelines.…